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All Trades Plumbing & Construction
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateTankless Water Heater - Install

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"I would hire All Trades Plumbing and Construction again in a minute. They were hard-working, honest, respectful, and very accommodating. They worked with me and around my schedule. If you need a plumber, call them!!"
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Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearSewer Main - Clear+15 more

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1939

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

For over 85 years, Crisafulli Bros. Plumbing & Heating Contractors, Inc. has provided plumbing, sewer and drain, heating and cooling design, installation, service, scheduled maintenance, and electrical services to our clientele. Founded in 1939, our company now spans three generations combining the pride and craftsmanship you expect from a locally owned and operated family business with the resources and knowledge available from a large national company. With a growing workforce and a fleet of vehicles driving around every upstate NY neighborhood, Crisafulli Bros. is one of the largest mechanical contracting companies in the Capital Region. Our vast resources and commitment to quality led to us being recognized as the Best of the Capital Region for over 16 straight years and named a Top Work Place. We have set the standard for plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical craftsmanship in the region.

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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

There’s no way around it—a burst pipe is often a homeowner’s worst nightmare, and the situation can range from semi-serious to dire. If you don’t catch the leak, it can lead to thousands of dollars worth of water damage.

At best, you’ll notice a burst pipe quickly, turn off your water supply, and use a wet vacuum to clean up minor flooding. A plumber can repair the pipe, and you won’t be left with a major bill. At worst, severe water damage can collapse floors, ceilings, walls, and foundations, sometimes leading to major repairs and renovations.

In North America, pipe measurements are listed as the nominal pipe size (NPS). This measurement refers to the outside diameter. As an example, a 1/2-inch copper pipe has an outside diameter of 5/8 of an inch. If a hardware store lists a pipe as having a 2 NPS, it means that all the pipes with this measurement have a 2 ⅜-inch outside diameter, regardless of wall thickness and inside diameter.

Yes, flushing a clogged toilet can make it overflow. While flushing the toilet may push enough pressure through the system to dislodge the clog, this is unlikely. Your best bet is to use a plunger and hope the suction can break up whatever is blocking the pipe. If this doesn’t work, use a plumbing auger or call a pro to help.

You should leave the water dripping when temperatures are below 20 degrees for three hours or longer or your power goes out in the winter. Leave the water dripping until temperatures are consistently above 20 degrees and you’ve checked for frozen pipes. With water movement in your pipes, ice is less likely to form, and your pipes are less likely to burst. The drip relieves pressure, preventing burst and leaking pipes.

Toilet paper is the only material that you should flush down toilets. Other items like wipes, paper towels, feminine hygiene products, dental floss, and medications should be disposed of in the trash. Flushing these items can lead to plumbing issues and damage to sewage systems. Grease and cooking oils should also be avoided as they can solidify in pipes, causing blockages. Proper disposal helps prevent clogs and ensures the efficient operation of wastewater treatment systems while protecting the environment.

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